TRIO Student Support Services Program

TRIO Student Support Services (SSS) is located in the Student Services building, SS159. TRIO is funded by a federal grant through the U.S. Department of Education. TRIO SSS serves 250 students per year. TRIO Advisors assist with academic planning, registration, career exploration, leadership skills, time management skills, transfer assistance, and much more.

Are you eligible to apply to TRIO?

An applicant must be a United States citizen or permanent resident alien,

AND

  • first-generation college student (neither parent has a four-year college degree), or
  • low-income (have financial needs and meet federal low-income guidelines), or
  • have a documented disability on file with Disability Services, or
  • have a need for academic support

 

Services Provided to TRIO Students

  • Academic Advising
  • Mentoring
  • Help Exploring Major and Minor Options
  • Career Exploration
  • Support for Students with Documented Disabilities
  • Assistance with Writing Resumes and Cover Letters
  • Assistance in Navigating the Financial Aid System
  • Budget and Money Management Skills
  • Study Skills Coaching
  • Time Management Training
  • Personal Coaching
  • Leadership Skills Development
  • Cultural and Social Enrichment Opportunities
  • Referrals to On-Campus and Off-Campus Resources
  • A Supportive Community Environment
  • TRIO Staff

    Jason Bonde
    Jason Bonde
    Program Director
    507-280-3543
    [email protected]
    Danielle Littleton, RCTC TRiO Advisor
    Danielle Littleton
    Academic Advisor
    507-280-3520
    [email protected]

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    Deb Schloegel
    Administrative Assistant
    [email protected]
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    Teresa Tolmie
    Academic Advisor
    507-285-7527
    [email protected]

    Tung Truong
    Tung Truong
    Academic Advisor
    507-285-7567
    [email protected]